Pork and Bamboo Shoots

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless pork shoulder, sliced thin
• 1 can (14 ounces) bamboo shoots, drained and sliced
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the pork, bamboo shoots, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water. Toss to coat.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
3. Add the pork mixture and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through.
4. Stir in the sesame oil and black pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (approximately 1/8 of recipe):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sodium: 650mg
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and slightly sweet
• Tender pork and crunchy bamboo shoots
• Aromatic with garlic, ginger, and sesame
• Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal

User Comments:

• "This dish is so flavorful and easy to make. I love the combination of the pork and bamboo shoots."
• "The sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and salty. I could eat this every day."
• "I'm not usually a fan of Chinese food, but this dish changed my mind. It's delicious and not too heavy."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you can't find fresh bamboo shoots, you can use canned bamboo shoots, but be sure to drain and rinse them well before using.
• If you don't have sesame oil, you can substitute vegetable oil.
• This dish can also be made with chicken or beef. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.